Health & Safety Manager
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Whittlesey - UK
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Job Summary
Position Title:Health & Safety Manager
Position Type: Regular - Full-Time
Requisition ID:44230
In every roleMcCainersare ambitious curious andpassionate aboutcreatingexceptionalwork experiences- a customer-first mindset wemake doing business with McCain easy.
AtScarboroughwerelooking for someone who goes beyond compliance - someone who can shape culture influence leaders and inspire teams theydontdirectly manage. Of course safety isnon-negotiable.
So much sowevebuilt our own internal safety brand - because making sure every colleague goes home safely to their family and friendsisntjust apriorityitspart of who we are. But this roleItsbigger than that. This is aboutsettingthe bar - not just forScarborough but for the wider embedding a safety mindset so deeply that it becomes instinctive. . Owned by everyone.
Youllsit at the heart of the site leadership team influencing thinking challenging norms and driving a culture where safetyisntdriven by process but by here HSEisnta culture. And for the right person this is more than a role -itsa genuine opportunity to grow your career with a pathway towards future Director-levelappointments.
Influence and coach leaders to take true ownership of safety
Build belief and accountability across teams youdontdirectly lead
Turn strategy into everyday behaviours on the ground
Create momentum where safety is continuously improving not standing still
Flex your leadership styleto get the best out of our teams and processes
Driving safe working practices and ensuring full legal compliance
Shaping HSE strategy and influencing policy development
Leading risk assessments and safe systems of work
Embedding HSE standards through daily site presence and coaching
Delivering impactful training and inductions
Investigating incidents toidentifyroot causes and prevent recurrence
Leading audits inspections and compliance reporting
Owning ISO 45001 & 14001 systems and audit plans
Partnering with SLT HR and Occupational Health on key issues
Driving continuous improvement through datainsightsand scorecards
Leading emergency preparedness and environmental compliance
NEBOSH General Certificate & National Diploma (essential)
Environmentalqualification(essential)
Experience within a senior HSE role in manufacturing (710 years)
Knowledge of ISO 45001 (essential) and ISO 14001 (desirable)
An engineering backgroundandfamiliarityworking within manufacturing environments
Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills
An adaptable mindset an appreciationof the need to adjust your style when the need arises
Experience in food manufacturingHACCPor DuPont methodologies (desirable)
Youll be based at our Whittlesey plant in Peterborough. If youve spotted our three wind turbines then youll know where we are! With about 350 employees on site were one of our largest plants across the GB business. Our Whittlesey plant is where we make our famous French Fries as well as our chilled products such as our Shake Shake Fries.
Dont live near our plant location We will pay for you to relocate!
This is a real manufacturing career based in Peterborough with the Fens on your doorstep and a cathedral city five minutes from the factory floor. If relocating is the only thing stopping you applying talk to us. We can help make the move financially viable.
Although we do encourage you to taste thegoodsyoullbe pleased to know wedontpay you in chips. For working hardyoullalso get a great salary and somepretty goodbenefits including:
An achievable yearly bonus based on personal performance.
An excellent pension where we will pay double what you do up to a maximum of 12% of your pay
Flexible holidays where you can buy & sell up to 5 days holiday per year
Optional health cash plan
Cycle to work scheme
Chips In Volunteering Day Off - to make a positive impact to the competitiveness resilience and long-term development of McCain communities across the globe
At McCain our leadership principlesguidehow we engage with customers collaborate as a team and achieve success. We focus on understanding customer needs driving innovation empowering people and taking ownership to clear obstacles and deliver results.
- We are customer obsessed. Customers are our starting point. By understanding their needs and leveraging data and consumer insights we drive mutual success.
- We think big and plan ahead. Through ambition curiosity and smart risks we can accomplish goals refine processes and innovate to scale success.
- We bring out the best in our people. We create safe spaces for our people so that trust and empowerment come naturally. Inclusion is about listening first showing humility and working together.
- We act like owners.Together we clear obstacles and do the work that makes us all successful and proud to be part of McCain.
AI & Digital Capabilities.
At McCain AI and digital capabilities are part of how we work and innovate. We value curiosity toward emerging technologies and the thoughtful responsible use of AI-enabled tools to improve outcomes as part of our future-ready culture.
We are McCain. This statement is a testament to our collective strength and our individual value. Your contributions play a vital role in our success. Our winning culture is rooted in authenticity and trust empowering us to bring out the best in one another. Hereyoullfind opportunities to learn grow and thrive. Join us and experience whywerebetter together.
Our purpose is grounded in building meaningful believers in the power of working together in personit helps us stay connected collaborate more effectively and grow as a team. At the same time we recognize the importance of flexibility. Most office-based roles follow a hybrid model with theoptionto work remotely two days a week. There may be exceptions depending on the role and location so we encourage you to speak with your recruiter for more details.
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McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity resilience and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color national origin sex age veteran status disability or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms) please let us knowand we will work with you to find appropriate solutions.
Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us you agree this will be handled in accordance with McCains Global Privacy Policyand Global Employee Privacy Policy as applicable. McCain leverages AI in the hiring process though all final decisions are made by humans. You can understand our approach to AI and how your personal information is being handled here.
Job Family:Manufacturing
Location(s): GB - United Kingdom : England : Whittlesey
Company:McCain Foods (G.B.) Ltd
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
McCain Foods | Our purpose - 'Celebrating real connections through delicious, planet-friendly food'. We supply delicious frozen French fries, potato specialties, and appetizers to retail and foodservice customers around the globe.
